The promise of progress in construction project controls
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The promise of progress in construction project controls

The capital construction landscape is nothing if not complicated, and this is particularly true for utility projects. From shifting regulatory expectations and shrinking workforces to a rising population and environmental factors, projects in the utility space come to the table with a growing level of unpredictability – and this is made worse at every turn by a lack of visibility into project details.

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Smart solutions for water’s toughest challenges
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Smart solutions for water’s toughest challenges

Australia’s ageing water networks are facing more pressure than ever, but how can utilities rise to the challenge? With climate extremes intensifying and infrastructure ageing, the systems that deliver our most vital resource are being pushed to their limits.

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Sarens Working with NASA and Bechtel on ML2 Project at Kennedy Space Center
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Sarens Working with NASA and Bechtel on ML2 Project at Kennedy Space Center

Sarens proudly partnered with NASA and Bechtel to transport, rig and stack the first tower module onto Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2) at Kennedy Space Center. The successful “Rig and Set Mod 4” milestone marks the start of vertical growth for the launch platform’s tower structure, which requires the installation of six more modules that Sarens will help execute.

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Can You Guess Who the Wealthiest Resident of Montana Is?
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Can You Guess Who the Wealthiest Resident of Montana Is?

If you’ve ever wondered who tops the list of Montana's wealthiest residents, the answer might surprise you. From Crane Operator to Billionaire. Meet Dennis Washington. He didn’t inherit a fortune or hit it big overnight. He started out working in construction and operating a crane, slowly but surely building his career.

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Avoiding Tipovers: Essential Ground Support Tips for Concrete Pumps
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Avoiding Tipovers: Essential Ground Support Tips for Concrete Pumps

Tipovers due to improper ground conditions are among the top three types of accidents involving concrete pump trucks. The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) warns operators that “setting the outriggers of a concrete pump is one of the most critical jobs of the concrete pump operator.”

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Building a Stronger Workforce and Business by Making Safety a Core Value
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Building a Stronger Workforce and Business by Making Safety a Core Value

In the forest industry, safety is a core value—not just a policy or priority. When safety is deeply embedded into your organization’s culture, it transcends rules and regulations. It becomes a fundamental expression of how you care for your people. And when you genuinely value your employees’ well-being, everything falls into place.

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Rising to the challenge
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Rising to the challenge

When disaster strikes and vital network infrastructure goes down, it’s all hands on deck – but utilities and communities need people they can depend on to get the grid back up as soon as possible. Australia’s network operators are the unsung heroes that keep the entire country running. It’s business as usual when power is on – but when it goes out, we realise how much we depend on them for just about everything.

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Highest climbed crane in Dubai region
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Highest climbed crane in Dubai region

Raimondi Middle East has deployed a LR213 tower crane which is operating at a height of 322m in Dubai. This makes it the highest climbed crane in the region.

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Potain cranes power Canadian subway expansion
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Potain cranes power Canadian subway expansion

A fleet of five Potain tower cranes is playing a vital role in the construction of the Broadway Subway Project in Vancouver, Canada. The $3-billion infrastructure initiative will extend the city’s SkyTrain service by 5.7 kilometres (3.5 miles).

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Acing Ground Support
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Acing Ground Support

Safety is critical on every construction project, but when heavy cranes are involved, there is no room for errors or shortcuts, especially when it comes to ground support design. Cranes have toppled when they’ve been walked across areas with inadequate ground support or unstable subgrade and when outriggers have punched through soft ground.

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Can You Plant a Tree Where One Was Removed?
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Can You Plant a Tree Where One Was Removed?

So, you had to remove a tree. Maybe it was old and decaying, leaning dangerously over your home, or simply in the wrong spot. Now, in its place, you’re left with a big, gaping hole and possibly a sense that something’s missing. A tree added beauty, shade, and maybe even privacy to your space.

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STS develops remote drum tipping solution for overhead cranes
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STS develops remote drum tipping solution for overhead cranes

STS was tasked with creating a system capable of lifting and tipping 205-litre steel drums into large waste containers using overhead cranes. STS Bespoke Handling Equipment has developed a remote drum tipping solution for a nuclear site, enhancing safety and efficiency in waste handling operations.

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GH Cranes develops AI projects
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GH Cranes develops AI projects

Spanish overhead and industrial crane manufacturer GH Cranes & Components is trialing six Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects which it hopes to integrate into its technology across its operations and products. The company is automating invoice management using AI to read PDF invoices and extract accounting data.

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Top Aerial Lift Innovations Improving Utility Safety and Productivity
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Top Aerial Lift Innovations Improving Utility Safety and Productivity

While bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment may not always grab headlines, innovation in this space is quietly but powerfully transforming utility operations. Today’s top aerial lift advancements don’t just improve safety—they drive productivity, reduce maintenance costs, and cut fuel usage, all of which directly lift a utility company’s bottom line.

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Raise Skin Cancer Awareness on the Jobsite
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Raise Skin Cancer Awareness on the Jobsite

UV exposure puts equipment operators at risk. This May, take action to protect your team from preventable skin cancers. Each year, an estimated 3,000 new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed among workers in construction-related fields, a number projected to double by 2060 without greater prevention efforts.

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Tree Care Myths Debunked: What You Should Know
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Tree Care Myths Debunked: What You Should Know

When it comes to tree care, misinformation can lead to poor practices that compromise the health and longevity of your trees. Here, we will closely examine some common myths surrounding tree care and the facts that set the record straight.

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Disney Arborists: The Backbone of Landscaping
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Disney Arborists: The Backbone of Landscaping

Did you know that a select group of Cast Members are the quiet guardians of thousands of trees found across The Most Magical Place on Earth? More than just tree trimmers, many call arborists the unsung heroes of landscaping. These arborists are entrusted with the overall health and longevity of our beautiful trees that provide shade across 30,000 acres of property.

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New crane rope from WireCo
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New crane rope from WireCo

WireCo launches rotation-resistant rope for mobile cranes and tower cranes. Kansas, USA-headquartered manufacturer of steel and synthetic rope WireCo has launched a rotation-resistant compacted rope for small and medium-sized mobile cranes and tower cranes. The new rope is called Oliveira Durascend and is available in diameters ranging from 8mm to 19mm.

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How to Create Safety Training Programs in the Workplace
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How to Create Safety Training Programs in the Workplace

Safety professionals understand how critical training programs are to keeping workers safe. Unfortunately, accidents happen every day. In 2023, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics received reports of 5,283 fatalities. In 2024, businesses reported 5,292 severe injuries and 4,271 hospitalizations to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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